On December 13, 2012, 11 year old Lucas Custer called 911 at 4:17 pm to report that his mother was unresponsive and moaning. Dispatcher Kara Angelo, the 911 Calltaker, remained on the line with Lucas until Police arrived. During this time Lucas remained v...Read on...

On Monday June 10, 2013, Kim Stritzinger - Public Safety Dispatcher III / Public Educator, representing the Harford County Department of Emergency Services presented a Gold 911 to 10 year old Jack Dempsey after we received the following nomination for hi...Read on...

Harford County Executive Barry Glassman today waived this year’s point-requirement for fire and EMS volunteers working toward their retirement benefits in the county’s Length of Service Award Program, or LOSAP.

Explore the natural beauty of Harford County streams this summer, take selfies at your favorite locations & win prizes in Harford Streams Summer Adventure, a program from Harford's Department of Public Works’ Office of Watershed Protection & Restoration.

Harford County Department of Public Works has reopened Amoss Mill Road Bridge following repairs to a triple cell culvert. The bridge over Island Branch is between MD Route 136 (Harkins Road) and Amos Road near Norrisville.

Harford County Executive Barry Glassman today signed an Executive Order temporarily waiving certain parking lot requirements to provide businesses with additional space in their lots for outdoor sales.

Do you know an unsung hero? Each year the Harford County Department of Community Services searches for local citizens who selflessly assist others, and honors their volunteer service with Harford’s Most Beautiful People Awards.

County Executive Barry Glassman has ordered the reopening of all remaining county-owned outdoor recreation spaces, consistent with Gov. Larry Hogan’s amended executive order dated May 6. This includes county playgrounds, fishing areas and boat launches.

County Executive Barry Glassman has ordered the Harford County flag lowered in honor of longtime first responder and county employee Andy Snakovsky. The Harford County flag will fly at half-staff from sunrise Mon., May 4 to sunset on Wed., May 6, 2020.

Robinson Mill Road Bridge over Broad Creek was reopened to traffic on April 30, 2020. The bridge had been closed since March 2017 due to the structural degradation of the steel support beams and corrugated metal bridge deck.

Harford County Department of Public Works will be closing Amos Mill Road Bridge #177 over Island Branch, which is between MD Route 136 (Harkins Road) & Amos Road near Norrisville, on or about Monday, May 4 for about six weeks to complete bridge repairs.

County Executive Barry Glassman today recommended a $948 million budget for Fiscal Year 2021 that fully funds the school board’s operating budget request, provides record level funding for public safety, the public library system & community college.

Due to statewide restrictions on public gatherings, and to slow the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, the Harford County Department of Procurement will be broadcasting bid openings publicly via Webex on Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. until further notice.

In response to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic and Governor Hogan’s State of Emergency directive to suspend public transportation to the general public across Maryland, Harford Transit LINK will follow the updated directive.

Harford County had partnered with Armstrong to apply for a federal grant to provide funding to assist internet provider Armstrong in reaching 1,400 additional customers. Armstrong said they would withdraw from their commitment to apply for the grant.

Harford County Executive Barry Glassman has ordered the county’s senior centers closed effective Friday, March 13 until further notice, as a precaution against the spread of coronavirus among older adults.

Harford Transit LINK was recognized in the areas of safety, operations, customer service, financial management, staff development, marketing, and community relations. The LINK was also named the Outstanding Transit System of the Year in 2017.

Harford County will offer a series of free classes on mental health and safety this spring for citizens as young as age 12 to prevent tragedies and help others in crisis. Topics are Stop the Bleed; C.A.L.M.; suicide prevention, and conflict resolution.

Teacher, international speaker, and celebrated author and columnist Jessica Lahey will present “The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Their Children Can Succeed” on Thursday, March 12 from 6 – 8 p.m. at Patterson Mill High School.

In testimony today before Maryland legislators, Harford County Executive Glassman supported the Kirwan Commission’s goals for education and proposed piloting its entire plan in Baltimore City while continuing its ramp up of teacher salaries statewide.

County Executive Barry Glassman has ordered the Harford County flag lowered and plans a countywide moment of silence on Sunday, February 10 for two sheriff’s deputies who gave their lives in the line of duty three years ago.

For Black History Month, County Executive Barry Glassman tells the amazing story of Sgt. Alfred B. Hilton, a Harford County native who earned the nation’s highest military honor for his actions in the Civil War.

Find out what you need to know to protect yourself and your loved ones in a range of hazardous situations. Registration is now open for Harford County’s FREE “Prepare Because You Care” emergency preparedness training program.

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. This is a national effort to raise awareness about teens, dating violence and how to promote positive and healthy relationships across the country. Dating violence is more common than many people think.

Harford County will begin accepting funding applications in February from local nonprofits promoting tourism and related activities in Fiscal Year 2021. The application deadline is Friday, March 20, 2020.

Harford Transit LINK will hold a public hearing on Harford County’s FY 2021 application to the Maryland Transit Administration and the Federal Transit Administration for state and federal funds to finance the FY 2021 transit service in Harford.

The nomination deadline has been extended to Monday, February 3, 2020. Do you know an exceptional young woman in grade 7 - 12? Nominees should be a Harford resident making a difference in her school or community, positively impacting lives of others.

Harford County Executive Barry Glassman’s legislative priorities for the upcoming Maryland General session include state road improvements, funding to treat mental illness and addiction, and sustainable increases in education funding.

A great start to the New Year is a walk in the park! First Day Hikes are held nationwide on the first day of each year as a fun way to promote state parks and healthy living. Locally, Maryland State Park Service will offer 40 guided hikes on 33 parks.

The U.S. Army has opened a new office in Harford County to advance the mission of Aberdeen Proving Ground through private sector engagement. The U.S. Army Futures Command’s Network-Cross Functional Team (N-CFT) office opened on December 2.

The Federal Trade Commission reports that fraudulent telemarketers direct up to 80% of their calls to seniors. To protect seniors and their families, Harford County will participate in International Fraud Awareness Week, Nov. 17 – 23, 2019.

On Wednesday, November 13, Harford County parents and caregivers are invited to join in the county’s fourth annual Night of Conversation by sitting down together, enjoying a meal with no distractions, and talking about drugs, alcohol, and addiction.

A walking bridge on the Ma & Pa Trail will be closing for repairs from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12 and Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019. The bridge is located 0.6 miles from the Williams Street trailhead in Bel Air.

Celebrating those who defend our nation, Harford County will host a resource fair for veterans, active duty military, and their families from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 9. This free, annual fair is a one-stop event for information for veterans

Celebrating the employment of citizens with disabilities, Harford's Department of Community Services’ Office of Disability Services & Commission on Disabilities honored several individuals & organizations at their annual Employment Recognition Luncheon.

The stories of 32 selfless volunteers inspired guests at the 33rd Annual Harford’s Most Beautiful People Awards ceremony hosted by County Executive Barry Glassman on October 10 at the Bel Air Church of the Nazarene.

Harford County’s Office of Community & Economic Development has launched a website, https://apg-chesapeakejlus.com, to support compatible land use and to help Aberdeen Proving Ground and neighboring communities thrive together as a defense community.

Harford County Department of Public Works will close the intersection of Bynum Road and Water Tower Way in Forest Hill on Monday, Oct. 14 for an intersection improvement project, including construction of a traffic circle.

Nearly 200 jobseekers attended Harford County’s annual Second Chance Job and Resource Fair on Thursday, September 26 at The EPICENTER in Edgewood. The event connects adults who have experienced incarceration with employment opportunities and resources.

Harford County Department of Public Works reopened Amos Mill Road Bridge, located between MD Route 136 (Harkins Road) and Amos Road, on September 30 following the first phase of repairs to the triple cell culvert.

Warm socks, mittens & hats are greatly needed items at homeless shelters, yet they are among the least-often donated. To fill this gap, Harford County government, in partnership with Harford County Public Library & We Cancerve, is sponsoring “SOCKtober”.

Tragedies in the news are a powerful reminder that emergencies can happen anywhere at any time. Find out what you need to know to protect yourself and your loved ones in a range of hazardous situations.

Two walking bridges on the Ma & Pa Trail will be closing, one at a time, for repairs & maintenance beginning on Monday, September 30, 2019. Harford County Parks & Recreation will close each bridge under repair from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. for two to three days.

Harford County Executive Barry Glassman recognizing Daughters of the American Revolution during Constitution Week for their efforts to promote patriotism, preserve American history and support children’s education.

To help small businesses learn the legal requirements & explore resources for employee wellness, the Harford County Office of Community & Economic Development will host a free seminar from 6 – 8 p.m. on Wednesday, October 16 at The GroundFloor.

Harford County’s Second Chance Job and Resource Fair offers life-changing opportunities for those who have had past criminal charges or experienced incarceration. This year’s fair for job-seekers ages 18 and up will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

With help from some national celebrities, Harford County has released a music video for National Recovery Month. This inspiring video is intended to remove stigma, show community support, and send the powerful message that recovery is possible.

Renowned psychologist, physician, and best-selling author Leonard Sax, MD, PhD, is coming to Harford County to discuss the addictive characteristics of social media and video games, and raising children in a society inundated with technology.

Harford County will offer a series of free classes this fall, empowering citizens as young as age 12 to prevent tragedies and help others in crisis. Topics will be Stop the Bleed, suicide prevention, conflict resolution, and mental health awareness.

Pleasantville Road Bridge in Baldwin will be closed for repairs for approximately three months beginning on Monday, Sept. 16, 2019. The bridge is located over Little Gunpowder Falls on the Harford/Baltimore county line, two miles south of MD Route 152.

Dr. Fountain is an emergency medicine physician with the University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health System and took on this role with the county, which includes serving as the medical director for the Harford County Sheriff’s Office.

The temporary Glen Cove Road Bridge over Peddlers Run will be closed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, August 23 for repairs to the bridge deck. The bridge located between MD Route 440 (Dublin Road) and Franklin Church Road will be closed to all traffic.

Channel Road Bridge, located between Heaps Road and Carea Road in Norrisville, will be closed beginning on Wednesday, August 28 for approximately three weeks to allow the bridge to be cleaned and painted.

The Duncan Road Bridge, located between Long Corner Road and Church Lane in Norrisville, will be closed beginning on Monday, August 26 for approximately three weeks to allow the bridge to be cleaned and painted.

To continue improving your access to county government information, we are planning a “refresh” of the homepage of the county website, www.harfordcountymd.gov. This refresh will reorganize some, but not all, of the homepage info and ad...

Halloween is a time for kids to let their imaginations run wild! Dressing up in costumes and trick-or-treating is a popular tradition for many families. Yet, for some children who use a wheelchair this can be a challenge.

Harford County Executive Barry Glassman announced today that the Maryland Court of Special Appeals has ruled in the county’s favor in the long-running legal matter brought by Maryland Reclamation Associates, Inc. (MRA).

Beginning on Monday, August 12, Schucks Road at Edwards Lane in Bel Air will be closed to all through traffic for a four-month road improvement project. School buses, emergency vehicles and local residents will have limited access during this time.

Harford County’s Tollgate Yard Trim Drop Off Facility in Bel Air will be temporarily closed from Thursday, July 25 through Saturday, July 27 to minimize traffic in the area of the Harford County Farm Fair.

Putnam Road Bridge, located between Phillips Mill Road and Pleasantville Road in Fallston, will be closed to all traffic beginning on Friday, August 2 for a bridge cleaning and painting project. The closure is expected to last for three weeks.

Ring Factory Road between MD 924 and Vermont Road in Bel Air will be closed for up to one week for repairs to a sewer main. There will be no disruption in water or sewer service to area residents during the repair period.

The awards highlight the accomplishments of employees with disabilities, and recognize employers who give them the opportunity to join and excel in the workforce. The deadline for nominations is Friday, September 13, 2019.

Harford County employers are invited to register for the 2019 Second Chance Job and Resource Fair, which offers opportunities to citizens who have had past criminal charges or experienced incarceration.

With the heat index expected to exceed 105 degrees, the Harford County Department of Emergency Services, in cooperation with the Public Library & the Health Department, will offer “cooling centers” at library branches from July 17 through July 21, 2019.

Beginning on or about Tuesday, July 23, Harford County Department of Public Works will be closing the temporary Glen Cove Road Bridge over Peddlers Run to all traffic from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. for approximately two days.

Harford County has successfully completed a bridge reconstruction project on Green Road, and the road reopened today between Long Corner Road and Kirkwood Shop Road. This section of Green Road had been closed for 10 months during reconstruction.

Harford County honored 19 individuals who have improved the livesof local youth at the 2019 Champions for Children and Youth Awards held June 21 at Harford Community College’s Chesapeake Center in Bel Air.

The Memorial Fund Committee was formed in 2016 to help recognize and honor Sgt. Alfred B. Hilton, a Harford County native, who fought for the Union during the Civil War and is Harford County’s only Medal of Honor recipient.

Harford County Department of Public Works – Bureau of Construction Inspections is closing this section of roadway to allow for cleaning and painting of the bridge over Long Branch, a tributary of Winters Run.

Harford County Department of Public Works – Bureau of Construction Inspections is closing this section of roadway to allow for cleaning and painting of the bridge over Overshot Branch, which is a tributary of the Little Gunpowder Falls.

Back by popular demand, Harford County will host a “poker run” on Sat., July 20 as part of Harford Streams Summer Adventure 2019. This award-winning program is open to citizens of all ages and raises awareness and support for protecting local waterways.

The reconstruction of Glen Cove Road Bridge between Franklin Church Road and Love Road in Darlington is complete and this section of Glen Cove Road is now open. The roadway over this bridge had been closed since August 31 due to flood damage.

The American Public Transportation Association organizes this event to promote public transportation as a convenient, cost-saving travel option. According to the Association, switching to public transportation can save, on average, $10,164 each year.

Nic Sheff, author, recovering addict and subject of the movie “Beautiful Boy” will be the keynote speaker at Harford County’s 15th Annual Addiction and Recovery Symposium on Thursday, June 27 at Bel Air High School.